Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

Game Overview

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) is the eighth main entry in the Call of Duty series and the final chapter of the original Modern Warfare storyline. Developed primarily by Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games, with Treyarch handling the Wii port, it was released on November 8, 2011, in North America (November 11 in Europe). The game continues directly from the events of Modern Warfare 2, placing players in the middle of a global conflict as Task Force 141 races to stop terrorist leader Vladimir Makarov.

The single-player campaign features intense, cinematic missions across New York, London, Paris, Siberia, and other locations, with large-scale set pieces, vehicle sequences, and the series’ signature fast-paced shooting. On Wii, some longer missions are split into smaller segments for performance reasons, but the core story and gameplay remain intact.

Multiplayer offers a deep online experience with Create-a-Class, perks, killstreaks, weapon leveling, and rank progression. Matches are typically 5v5. Spec Ops returns with Survival mode—a wave-based cooperative challenge where players earn money to buy weapons, equipment, and support against escalating enemy waves. The Wii version supports pointer controls via Wii Remote + Nunchuk as well as traditional dual-analog input with the Classic Controller. While graphical fidelity and frame rate are lower than the HD versions, the game delivers a substantial package of content for Wii owners.

Quick Specifications

• Platform: Nintendo Wii

• Developer: Infinity Ward / Sledgehammer Games (Wii port by Treyarch)

• Publisher: Activision

• Release Date: November 8, 2011 (North America); November 11, 2011 (Europe)

• Genre: First-Person Shooter (FPS) / Action

• Modes: Single-player, Online Multiplayer (up to 10 players / typically 5v5), Spec Ops Survival (cooperative)

• ESRB Rating: M (Mature) – Blood and Gore, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Strong Language

• Players: 1–10

• Controls: Wii Remote + Nunchuk, Classic Controller / Classic Controller Pro, Wii Zapper

• Also Available On: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, later Mac OS X; separate Nintendo DS version

Key Features

• Campaign that concludes the original Modern Warfare trilogy with large-scale global missions.

• Online multiplayer with Create-a-Class, perks, killstreaks, weapon progression, and rank unlocking.

• Spec Ops Survival mode – cooperative wave-based survival against escalating enemies (1–2 players).

• Support for Wii Remote + Nunchuk pointer aiming and Classic Controller dual-analog controls.

• Voice chat support with compatible headsets.

• Multiple multiplayer maps and game modes carried over from the HD versions.

• Weapon leveling system that unlocks attachments and perks for individual guns.

• Cinematic set pieces including vehicle sections and large-scale battles.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Does the Wii version include the full campaign and multiplayer?

Yes. The Wii version contains the complete single-player campaign (with some missions split for performance), a full online multiplayer suite with progression systems, and Spec Ops Survival mode. Certain advanced features and visual effects from the HD versions are reduced or absent.

Is there a Zombies mode on the Wii version?

No traditional Zombies mode like in Black Ops. Instead, the game features Spec Ops Survival, a wave-based cooperative mode similar in structure where players defend against escalating enemy waves and purchase gear with earned points.

What control schemes are supported?

The game supports Wii Remote + Nunchuk (pointer aiming), Classic Controller / Classic Controller Pro, and Wii Zapper. Control sensitivity and layouts are customizable.

How many players can play online multiplayer?

Online multiplayer supports up to 10 players, typically in 5v5 matches. Local split-screen competitive multiplayer is limited or not available.

Is online multiplayer still active on Wii?

Official online services relied on Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, which was discontinued. As a result, official online multiplayer is no longer available.

How does the Wii version compare to the HD versions?

The Wii version offers the same core campaign story, multiplayer systems, and Survival mode, but runs at lower resolution and frame rate with simplified graphics and some missing features (such as certain killstreaks and killcams). It remains a solid and content-rich experience for the hardware.